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Chaplain Under Investigation for Hit-and-Run Injuring Children

8/31/2025

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An Eden Prairie public safety chaplain is being investigated for a hit-and-run incident on Aug. 21, injuring a mother and her children.
The suspect admitted to texting while driving and hearing a "bump," but claims he was unaware of hitting anyone.
The Minnesota State Patrol is handling the investigation due to a conflict of interest.
One child is in critical condition; others sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
The suspect's vehicle is a red Chevy Silverado, contradicting earlier reports of a white sedan.

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Story summary

An Eden Prairie public safety chaplain is being investigated for a hit-and-run incident on Aug. 21, injuring a mother and her children.
The suspect admitted to texting while driving and hearing a "bump," but claims he was unaware of hitting anyone.
The Minnesota State Patrol is handling the investigation due to a conflict of interest.
One child is in critical condition; others sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
The suspect's vehicle is a red Chevy Silverado, contradicting earlier reports of a white sedan.